Wichita, KS (April 5, 2024) – On Thursday, April 4, a motorcycle crash in the Wichita area resulted in confirmed injuries. The accident was reported late that night around 9 p.m. at the crossing of N. West Street and W. Douglas Avenue. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched after being notified of a motorcycle accident.
Local reports revealed that two vehicles collided at the scene. It was later reported that one of the vehicles involved entered the path of the other leading up to the crash. The 19-year-old rider was in critical condition and transported to a local hospital for treatment. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Motorcycle Accidents in Kansas
There is no feeling quite like hitting the open road on the back of a bike, but any experienced rider can tell you that it is far from safe. You are at greater risk of suffering life-changing injuries in the event of a crash if you are hit while on a motorcycle. Statistics show that riders are nearly 28 times more likely to be killed in a collision compared to someone traveling in a passenger car, and nearly 80 percent of motorcycle accidents end in death or injury. There were more than 83,000 people hurt in motorcycle crashes in 2021, and these accidents are known to result in life-changing injuries. If you or someone is hurt in a motorcycle accident, it is important to be prepared to defend your legal rights.
Pursuing compensation after a crash can seem like a daunting task, but a trained Wichita motorcycle crash lawyer can help in your pursuit of a full recovery. The experienced legal team at Bretz Injury Law has helped many crash victims across Kansas pursue full recoveries after a serious accident. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case with the help of our skilled legal team.
